The Indigenous Peoples Summit sought to address the issue of killings in Marilog, which have been primarily driven by land conflicts and personal disputes. The goal is to put an end to the killings and maintain peace and stability in the area.
After the United Nations declared Aug. 9 as Indigenous Peoples Day, local leaders held a summit to address some of the issues facing their communities.
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